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Body Beautiful from the Inside-Out

Make a Healthy Diet Your Beauty Secret

Assists in collagen production, giving skin strength and elasticity.

broccoli, bell peppers, citrus fruits, kiwi, strawberries, cabbage, pineapple, tomatoes, dark green leafy vegetables

Vitamin E

Helps counter the effects of sun damage, smoking exposure, and pollution.

Improves skin texture and helps prevent wrinkles.

almonds, avocadoes, peanuts, nuts, seeds, olives, asparagus, wheat germ, soybean and corn oils, dark green leafy vegetables

Biotin

Helps produce nails, skin, and hair cells.

Deficiency can cause dermatitis and hair loss.

cooked eggs, rice bran, nuts, wheat-germ, meats, oatmeal

Niacin Smoothes dry, flaky skin.

meats, pork, poultry, fish*, legumes

Selenium

May help prevent skin cancer.

Helps counter the effects of sun damage, smoking exposure, and pollution.

Produces healthy skin cells.

whole-grain products, seafood*, meats, eggs

Copper Forms elastic fibers that support the skin structure.

meats, nuts, seafood*, dried beans and peas

Zinc

Can help control oil production and reduce acne lesions.
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About The Author

Becky Hand
Becky is a registered and licensed dietitian with almost 20 years of experience. She teaches prenatal classes and counsels individuals, helping women eat right and stay fit before, during and after their pregnancies.
Becky Hand

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